This session will be available from 28 March 2024. This session was recorded on 13 March 2024 as part of the Buzzwords: The T-Shaped Lawyer – live webinar The Law Society of NSW is pleased to launch the first Buzzwords webinar of 2024 focused on decoding the concept of the T-Shaped Lawyer. Join Law Society President Brett McGrath, for a discussion with Peter Connor, Founder and CEO of AlternativelyLegal, and Santhi Latha, Dean at Rajah & Tann Asia Academy, about what a T-Shaped Lawyer is and why it might be a compelling concept for your career, your legal department and your legal practice. Discover:
Register now and unlock the potential of being a T-Shaped Lawyer in shaping your future success. We are pleased to deliver this webinar complimentary to members. |
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Recorded on 13 March 2024 | |
Brett McGrath, President of the Law Society of New South Wales Peter Connor, Founder and CEO of AlternativelyLegal Santhi Latha, Dean at Rajah & Tann Asia Academy | |
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Buzzwords: The T-shaped Lawyer – on-demand recording
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1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
Litigating with abandon: the obstacles to obtaining a declaration that an easement has been abandoned – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 19 March 2024 as part of the Property law: One day intensive - live webinar. Litigating with abandon: the obstacles to obtaining a declaration that an easement has been abandoned, Sydney Jacobs, Barrister, 13 Wentworth Chambers In this session on easements, Sydney Jacobs will discuss:
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Recorded on 19 March 2024 | |
Sydney Jacobs, Barrister, 13 Wentworth Chambers | |
Preparation for hearings and online advocacy: practical tips for interim hearings and first returns – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 26 February 2024 as part of the Course name - mandatory rule 6.1 - live webinar. Join us for an insightful one-hour webinar delivered by Senior Judicial Registrar Frances Neilson and Senior Judicial Registrar Alison Osmand of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Their presentation will address practical suggestions and expectations to excel at:
The presentation will have a strong focus on how to enhance the effectiveness of Case Outlines and Tender Bundles (specifically discussing the use of material produced pursuant to s69ZW of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). |
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Senior Judicial Registrar Frances Neilson, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Senior Judicial Registrar Alison Osmand, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia |
Practice, procedure and conduct in the Supreme Court of NSW – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
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This session was recorded on 28 February 2024 as part of the Practice, procedure and conduct in the Supreme Court of NSW - live webinar. Join The Hon. Justice Julie Ward, President of the Court of Appeal, for a live webinar examining best practices when appearing in the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Attendees will gain valuable insights into procedure and learn practical tips on proper conduct when conducting matters in this jurisdiction. In order to enrol in this course, you will require a LawID account, please click here for further details on how to create a free non-member account. |
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Recorded on 28 February 2024 | |
The Honourable Justice Julie Ward, President of the Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of NSW | |
Skills to excel in the Registrar-led case management pathway – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 11 March 2024 as part of the Skills to excel in the Registrar-led case management pathway - live webinar. This session will focus on essential skills for successfully navigating the Registrar-led case management pathway. Topics covered will include:
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Recorded on 11 March 2024 | |
Judicial Registrar Anna D’Addona, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Judicial Registrar Kimberly Buttriss, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia | |
SBS Inclusion Program: Appropriate workplace behaviour – on-demand interactive
1.5 CPD units
1.5 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Appropriate workplace behaviour course outlines the types of behaviours that are not conducive to a respectful and inclusive workplace, the impacts of inappropriate behaviours, and the action to take if you witness or experience them. By completing this course you will gain new skills, including being able to:
To view and register for other courses in the SBS Inclusion Program, click here. |
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SBS Inclusion Program: Disability – on-demand interactive
1.75 CPD units
1.75 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Disability course provides information and first-person stories to improve understanding of disability in all its guises, and show how employment options for people with disability can be improved and embraced On completion of the Disability course, you should be able to:
This course consists of four modules:
The course
was created by SBS in collaboration with the Australian Network on Disability. |
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Created in February 2024 | |
SBS Inclusion Program: LGBTIQ+ – on-demand interactive
1.25 CPD units
1.25 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The LGBTIQ+ course is designed to improve understanding of the LGBTIQ+ community. It provides knowledge and tools to promote a fairer, more LGBTIQ+ inclusive workplace and society. Upon completion of the LGBTIQ+ course, you should be able to:
This course consists of three modules:
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SBS Inclusion Program: Gender equity – on-demand interactive
1.25 CPD units
1.25 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Gender equity course is designed to improve understanding of gender equality in the workplace. It provides tools and information to encourage the conditions and cultures that will enable women to thrive at work. Upon completion of the Gender equity course, you should be able to:
This course consists of three modules:
The course draws on the research and experience of organisations
within the Champions of Change Coalition, and the University of Queensland. |
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Created in February 2024 | |
SBS Inclusion Program: Generational diversity – on-demand interactive
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1 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Generational diversity course highlights age-related discriminatory practices and the benefits of a multi-generational workforce, and provides knowledge and tools that can be used to increase inclusion in the workplace. Upon completion of the Generational Diversity course, you should be able to:
This course consists of three modules:
The course was created in collaboration with the EveryAGE Counts campaign, and with input from the Benevolent Society, Randstad RiseSmart Australia, and the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion team at the University of Queensland. To view and register for other courses in the SBS Inclusion Program, click here. |
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Created in February 2024 | |
SBS Inclusion Program: Core inclusion – on-demand interactive
1.75 CPD units
1.75 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Core inclusion course outlines the overarching inclusion principles and provides tools for promoting diversity, to help make organisations more inclusive of a range of individuals and communities. At the end of this course, you will be able to:
This course consists of four modules:
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SBS Inclusion Program: First Nations – on-demand interactive
0.75 CPD units
0.75 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Core inclusion course outlines the overarching inclusion principles and provides tools for promoting diversity, to help make organisations more inclusive of a range of individuals and communities. This course will support you in:
This course consists of two modules:
The founder of Carbon Creative, Birri Gubba and Guugu Yimithirr man Wayne Denning, created this course. Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara woman Elizabeth Close from the APY lands created the artwork representing the key course themes. To view and register for other courses in the SBS Inclusion Program, click here. |
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Created in February 2024 | |
SBS Inclusion Program: Cultural diversity – on-demand interactive
2 CPD units
2 CPD Unit On-demand interactive |
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Inclusion is essential in today's legal workplace, both for individuals and for organisations. The SBS Core Inclusion Program comprises eight self-paced courses designed to provide core skills and knowledge around supporting diversity in the workplace. The Cultural Diversity course explores concepts such as cultural differences and similarities, and the impact of population trends in Australia. It provides culturally specific knowledge and practical skills that can be used to make the workplace more inclusive. On completion of the Cultural diversity course, you should be able to:
This course consists of five modules:
Robert Bean, Managing Director of Cultural Diversity Services, and the Australian Multicultural Foundation were major contributors to the course. To view and register for other courses in the SBS Inclusion Program, click here. |
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Created in February 2024 | |
Family law fundamentals - live online workshop
7 CPD units
Thursday 23 & 30 May 2024 |
7 CPD Units Live online workshop |
9:00 AM 1:00 PM |
Online | |
This course is designed for solicitors and mediators wishing to gain a practical understanding and overview of family law and the FCFCOA. This is an interactive course that explores the fundamental principles of family law, dispute resolution, and case management pathways in the FCFCOA. Topics covered include:
Please note this course is interactive and will require active participation with the facilitator and other participants. Attendees will be required to turn on their web cameras and microphones. |
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Fiona Kirkman, Accredited Specialist in Family Law and Principal of Kirkman Family Law (also Co-Founder and CEO of Family Property & LawSwitch) |
The art of negotiation: Tools for success – in-person workshop
6 CPD units
Thursday 6 June 2024 | |
6 CPD Units Face-to-face workshop |
9:30 AM 4:30 PM | |
The Law Society of New South Wales, 170 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000 | |
We are all seasoned negotiators and as successful professionals we bring considerable experience to the process. Despite this, many of us still leave a negotiation wondering what we might have done differently and better and whether we maximised our negotiation opportunities.
In an interactive environment, this is also an opportunity to look at:
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Rosemary Howell, International Mediator & Facilitator, Strategic Action |
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Case law - year in review for family lawyers – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Units On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 27 February 2024 as part of the Key knowledge and skills for family lawyers: Mandatory rule 6.1 – live webinar Case law - year in review – Craig Nicol, Editor, The Family Law Book & Keleigh Robinson Co-Editor, The Family Law Book In this session Craig Nicol & Keleigh Robinson will review notable family law cases from 2023, with a discussion of key takeaways from these cases and how they may be applied to day-to-day practice. |
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Recorded on 27 February 2024 | |
Keleigh Robinson, Editors, The Family Lawbook
Craig Nicol, Editors, The Family Lawbook | |
In-house induction day (July) – live webinar
5.5 CPD units
Wednesday, 31 July 2024 | |
5.5 CPD Units Online |
9:00 AM 4:30 PM | |
The transition into an in-house role presents an exciting opportunity to develop new skills and change the way you practice law. As with every change, while you embrace the opportunities, you might also face some challenges. You will hear from senior Law Society solicitors who will explore some of the ethical challenges in-house lawyers face and discuss the important issues of confidentiality and privilege. You will also hear from experienced General Counsel, legal operations and well-being experts who will give you some practical guidance and tips on how to successfully navigate the transition to ensure you have the foundations to forge a rewarding and successful in-house career. This exclusive program will be offered online. |
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Craig Emery, General Counsel, Sustainability, External Affairs & Legal, Telstra Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, The Law Society of New South Wales Schellie-Jayne Price, Partner, Stirling and rose Linda-Rose Daya, Head of Legal Project Management and Design, Gilbert + Tobin Glenn Dennett, Principal, Glenn Dennett + Associates |
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Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – on-demand recording
6 CPD units
6 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
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This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. Join this full day intensive program specifically tailored to elder law, wills and estate planning practitioners. Experts specialising in this area will cover many of the thorny issues that you might face in your day-to-day practice. You will leave the day with knowledge of the most current laws and cases and an expanded skill set for driving the continued growth and success of your practice. Topics include: Wills and superannuation benefits: tax implications and other issues – Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers In this session Mimi Su will examine complex issues surrounding superannuation benefits in wills and estates matters. Conflicts of interest in elder law, wills and probate matters – Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, Law Society of NSW In this session Linden Barnes will consider ethical scenarios relating to conflicts of interest that are of relevance to elder law, wills and probate practitioners. Estate planning for blended families – Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d’Apice Lawyers Blended families, where one or both spouses have children from a prior relationship are today increasingly common. Inevitably, with a blended family situation, there will be a multitude of competing needs and obligations. Skillful estate planning can address those needs and obligations and as far as possible keep conflict within the family to a minimum. The presentation will examine types of blended families, provide an understanding of how to tackle your clients' objectives, and the potential for family provision claims. It will also cover possible strategies to include:
Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers This session will cover:
Confidentiality considerations in elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters – Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgson & Ward Solicitors This session will examine the solicitor's obligation of confidentiality, and its practical implications in the context of elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters. It will cover:
The ins and outs of testamentary trusts – Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal Testamentary trusts are an invaluable estate planning tool, but it is critical that you get them right. This session will cover all the dos and don'ts of testamentary trusts, including:
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers Linden Barnes, Senior Ethics Solicitor, Professional Support Unit, The Law Society of NSW Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d'Apice Lawyers Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgon & Ward Solicitors Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal | |
Wills and superannuation benefits: tax implications and other issues – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. Wills and superannuation benefits: tax implications and other issues – Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers In this session Mimi Su will examine complex issues surrounding superannuation benefits in wills and estates matters. |
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Mimi Su, Principal, Matthews Folbigg Lawyers | |
Estate planning for blended families – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. Estate planning for blended families – Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d’Apice Lawyers Blended families, where one or both spouses have children from a prior relationship are today increasingly common. Inevitably, with a blended family situation, there will be a multitude of competing needs and obligations. Skillful estate planning can address those needs and obligations and as far as possible keep conflict within the family to a minimum. The presentation will examine types of blended families, provide an understanding of how to tackle your clients' objectives, and the potential for family provision claims. It will also cover possible strategies to include:
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Paul Evans, Partner, Makinson d'Apice Lawyers | |
Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. Give me a sign: a case law update on informal wills – Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers This session will cover:
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Jennifer Vuu, Senior Associate, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers | |
Confidentiality considerations in elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. Confidentiality considerations in elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters – Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgson & Ward Solicitors This session will examine the solicitor's obligation of confidentiality, and its practical implications in the context of elder law, estate planning and estate litigation matters. It will cover:
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Isabel McLelland, Senior Associate, Teece Hodgon & Ward Solicitors | |
The ins and outs of testamentary trusts – on-demand recording
1 CPD units
1 CPD Unit On-demand recording |
This session was recorded on 12 March 2024 as part of the Elder law, wills and probate: One day intensive – live webinar. The ins and outs of testamentary trusts – Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal Testamentary trusts are an invaluable estate planning tool, but it is critical that you get them right. This session will cover all the dos and don'ts of testamentary trusts, including:
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Recorded on 12 March 2024 | |
Stephen Lynch, Director, Sommerville Legal | |
In Conversation: Understanding the new NSW criminal offence of coercive control – live webinar
1 CPD units
Tuesday 30 April 2024 | |
1 CPD Unit Live webinar |
12:30 PM 1:30 PM | |
From 1 July 2024 amendments to the Crimes Act 1900 will come into force, making coercive control a criminal offence in NSW. The new criminal offence applies when a person uses abusive behaviours towards a current or former intimate partner with the intention to coerce or control them. Join Jane Sanders, Principal Solicitor at The Shopfront Youth Legal Centre, for a conversation with Dr Hannah Tonkin, Women's Safety Commissioner, as they discuss coercive control in its NSW legal context, including the background to the amendments, the elements of the offence, the roadmap for review and how the NSW offence compares to other jurisdictions. This webinar will be complimentary to members, so register now to secure your spot. |
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Dr Hannah Tonkin, Women's Safety Commissioner, NSW Department of Comunities and Justice |
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